Lean Production Manager — Lead Tech Teams (On‑Site)

VetJobs; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 101,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems Westminster, CO is seeking a production-focused leader to coach technicians and supervisors, applying Lean principles to deliver customer value, maintain standards, and drive daily improvement on the production floor.

This on-site role requires a DoW Interim Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a commitment to five days per week on site with travel <10%. You will lead a team of technicians (~15–25) and partner with other PMs to align operations across the floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 6 or more years related experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including leadership of front‑line teams.
• A DoW Interim Secret clearance will be required to start work and required to be maintained to continue work.

Responsibilities

• Lead a defined team of technicians (~15–25) and their supervisors to deliver safe, high-quality, on‑time production aligned to customer value.
• Understand the plan for the day and surface problems quickly.
• Coach supervisors and technicians to take ownership and solve problems at the level of their work.
• Apply PDCA and Lean thinking to drive stability, capability, and flow within the team.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule and establish effective working relationships.

Skills

Lean thinking

Coaching

Gemba walks

PDCA

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

BAE Systems Westminster, CO is seeking a production-focused leader to coach technicians and supervisors, applying Lean principles to deliver customer value, maintain standards, and drive daily improvement on the production floor.

This on-site role requires a DoW Interim Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a commitment to five days per week on site with travel <10%. You will lead a team of technicians (~15–25) and partner with other PMs to align operations across the floor.